Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins

Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins

Introduction:
These Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins are the best of both worlds—soft and fluffy like muffins, but with that classic cinnamon sugar coating reminiscent of a warm cake donut. They’re quick to make, incredibly comforting, and smell like a bakery right out of the oven. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack alongside your favorite cup of coffee or tea.

Ingredients (makes 10–12 muffins):

For the muffins:

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 ½ tsp baking powder

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• ½ tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp ground nutmeg

• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon

• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

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• ½ cup granulated sugar

• ¼ cup brown sugar

• 2 large eggs

• ¾ cup whole milk

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

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For the cinnamon sugar topping:

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon

• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

1. Preheat and prep:
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin pan or line with paper liners.

2. Mix the dry ingredients:
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.

3. Mix the wet ingredients:
   In another large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla until smooth.

4. Combine:
   Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined. Do not overmix.

5. Bake:
   Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. Cool slightly:
   Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.

7. Coat in cinnamon sugar:
   Mix the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Brush each warm muffin top with melted butter, then dip or roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well coated.

Conclusion:
These Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins are a nostalgic treat that’s soft inside, slightly crisp on the outside, and packed with warm spice. They make mornings a little more magical and are sure to disappear fast from the table. Serve them warm and watch everyone reach for seconds! 🧁💛

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